According to 2011 tests by the Petroleum Quality Institute of America, a consumer advocacy organization that says it reports on quality and integrity of lubricants in the marketplace, Bullseye motor oil's viscosity "is 75% below where it should be for a SAE 5W-30" and " it can cause damage to a passenger car engine."

These products have been banned in other states and the Department of Agriculture advises anyone using them should stop immediately.

"The department is committed to consumer protection and our staff is working diligently to remove these products from retail shelves," said Ag. Commissioner John McMillan.

Anyone with information on what company or individual is importing these products into Alabama is encouraged to contact the Division of Weights and Measures at 334-240-7134 or the P&CMA office at 334-272-3800.

Scientists are reigniting health concerns in rural Alabama with new research. A recently published study found that some Lowndes County residents exposed to raw sewage in their homes are suffering from intestinal parasites, including hookworm.

Scientists are reigniting health concerns in rural Alabama with new research. A recently published study found that some Lowndes County residents exposed to raw sewage in their homes are suffering from intestinal parasites, including hookworm.

If you’ve used the chip in your debit card to check out at a store, you may notice it takes a few extra seconds to go through. But it’s definitely worth the wait! The technology happening inside the machine is helping shield you from hackers.

If you’ve used the chip in your debit card to check out at a store, you may notice it takes a few extra seconds to go through. But it’s definitely worth the wait! The technology happening inside the machine is helping shield you from hackers.